Jokes
Why do geologists think paleontologists are sellouts?
The geologists liked dinosaurs when they were still underground.
Why wasn't the geologist hungry?
They lost their apatite.
Why wouldn't the geologist part with his rock collection?
It had sedimental value.
Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons (or D&D), is a roleplaying game, where players assume the identity of heroic characters. With guidance from one player (called the Game Master), they go on adventures to see fantastic places, defeat deadly monsters, reclaim powerful treasures, and save the world. Dice are used in combination with a characters abilities to determine whether various actions are successful. Sometimes, the Game Master will use dice to determine what type of creature or event that the other players encounter.
Random Encounter Table
Below is an example of a random encounter table that might be used for a relatively low-level party in a wilderness area. Just roll an eight-sided die (d8) to choose an encounter.
| Die Role (1d8) | Encounter |
|---|---|
| 1 | Band of Goblins (1d6) |
| 2 | Wandering Merchant |
| 3 | Group of Bandits (1d4) |
| 4 | Pack of Wolves (1d3) |
| 5 | Travelling Minstrels |
| 6 | Lost Child |
| 7 | Hidden Trap |
| 8 | Old Hermit |